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By Bryant Goodreau – DBG Social Connection As someone who’s deeply rooted in Macomb County’s small business community, I never imagined I’d be writing something like this. But after hearing from a close friend and former colleague, I felt compelled to speak out....

So, you launched your dream business. Your logo’s cute, your service is solid, and you’re ready to take over Southeast Michigan. But there’s one thing tripping up a lot of women entrepreneurs when they first start: marketing. The truth? Great businesses fail every...

Behind every successful woman in business? A circle of other powerful women cheering her on—and helping her grow. In Southeast Michigan, women-owned businesses are thriving in ways we’ve never seen before. But the secret to long-term success isn’t just hustle—it’s...

Over the past decade, women in Michigan—and especially Southeast Michigan—have been launching businesses in record numbers. From solo startups to full-fledged teams, women are reshaping the local economy, building community impact, and creating financial freedom on...

Grow Your Network with a Simple Note: How LinkedIn Connection Requests Can Spark Big Opportunities In today’s fast-moving digital world, networking doesn’t just happen in boardrooms and coffee shops — it happens in your inbox. If you’re using LinkedIn to expand your...

At DBG Social Connection, we see it all the time—business owners, entrepreneurs, dreamers—getting knocked down by life, money, markets, or just plain bad luck. And let’s be honest: failure hurts. It’s discouraging. It’s messy. But you know what’s worse than failing?...

Have you been watching the news and wondering if the good days are behind us? We get it.Prices are up. Interest rates are all over the place. Social media feels more like a circus than a coffee shop. And sometimes, just getting through the day can feel like carrying...

In a world where connection is everything, podcasting has become one of the fastest-growing tools for building community, brand awareness, and trust. For small businesses in South East Michigan, it's more than a trend—it’s a golden opportunity. 📈 Podcasting by the...

Alright, marketing maestros! Ever heard the phrase "data is the new oil"? In today’s digital revolution, AI is the DJ spinning the hottest tracks, transforming marketing from a game of guesswork to a science of precision. Consumers are living, breathing, and even...

Networking is often misunderstood. Many view it as a means to an end—a way to collect business cards, make sales, or gain referrals. But true networking, the kind that fosters genuine connections and long-term success, is rooted in a simple yet powerful concept:...